DECEMBER 2021 EDITION

The KBinet (pronounced “Kabinet”)

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE KB KLUB, COLLEGE

OF MEDICINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS

APPRECIATION APPRECIATION APPRECIATION

HIGHLIGHTS
- To our Life Kbites who have steadily shown us
-- PHILANTHROPY. massive support and been at the very core of the
-- THE OMICRON VARIANT success of our activities
OF COVID 19.
-- EXCERPT FROM OUR - To every sponsor and partner who suppported us
INTERVIEW WITH THE
in cash or kind.
PROVOST, CMUL.
-- THE KB ROYALE.
-- MEDI-PHIL COVER The KB Klub uses this medium to send a message
UNVEILING. of huge appreciation to you. We look forward to
-- SEASONS GREETINGS. collaborating with you this year and beyond.

Once again, we say a big THANK YOU.

PHILANTHROPY
"ILERA LORO"
The Committee on Philanthropic Activities successfully embarked on a
General Medical and Dental Outreach on October 13th, 2021. Amid the
period of the resident doctors’ strike, a General Medical & Dental
Outreach themed “Ilera Loro” was chosen, born out of the idea of
reaching out to as many lives as possible. The event took place at the
heart of Ojuwoye Market in Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA, Mushin, Lagos
State, Nigeria. The true essence of philanthropy was expressed on this
day. The Outreach saw Kbites and volunteers working extensively to
ensure that about 130 patients were properly examined.

Medical and dental complaints were reported and drugs were

administered to patients who needed them. For those who had ailments
that could not be adequately resolved, they were appropriately referred
to pharmacists and doctors who could help. Attendees were also
administered a short questionnaire regarding Health Insurance and the
COVID-19 vaccine.

Certificates were subsequently given out to Kbites and volunteers.

THE OMICRON VARIANT.
The latest coronavirus strain is causing
alarm. Here's what you need to know.

Omicron, as it’s called, was first linked to a rise in COVID-19

cases in South Africa and has since been driving a spike in
infections in the U.S. and several other countries.

- A multitude of mutations makes it stand out.

Viruses change and evolve as they circulate, so variations of the
original version are expected. Omicron has more than 30
The symptoms appeared to be
mutations on the spike protein alone, and around 50 in total.
similar to other coronavirus
variants. Here’s a look at the top
- Omicron could be more dangerous than previous variants.
five symptoms:
It’s still too early to say what all these mutations mean, but
Runny nose.
studies underway are starting to provide some answers.
Headache.
Omicron’s rapid rise is believed to be a result of a combination
Fatigue (either mild or
of mutations that make it more contagious and better able to
severe).
sidestep some of the protections afforded by the vaccines or a
Sneezing.
previous infection.
Sore throat.

- Masks, vaccines and boosters are key.

Public health experts say omicron's arrival doesn't change the 6 tips to avoid omicron variant
best measures of protection — the ones they have been symptoms over the holidays:
encouraging all along. Get vaccinated (and a booster
With winter here, it’s also important to avoid poorly ventilated if available).
spaces and crowded indoor settings, both of which give the Wear a mask.
virus more of an opportunity to spread. Keep distance between
yourself and another person.
Both Pfizer and Moderna are working on developing an Wash your hands.
omicron-specific vaccine that could be available as early as Take COVID-19 tests if you’re
spring of 2022, in case one is needed. worried about infection.
Improve ventilation and air
filtration wherever you go.
INTERVIEW WITH THE PROVOST What shows a well-run
organization?
It’s TEAMWORK. As the head, you’re
AN EXCERPT FROM OUR INTERVIEW WITH not supposed to labour yourself with
THE PROVOST, PROFESSOR DAVID A. OKE all the work, in terms of functionality.
You end up being a bad leader when
The Editorial Board of the KB Klub paid a visit to the Provost of you want to poke your nose in
the College of Medicine, University of Lagos for a close-up everything. As a leader, you must be
interview on his upbringing, his vision for the institution and his able to stand on a hill and direct the
views on major issues affecting both the College and the entire affairs of your team while also
world. knowing when to step in and get
Not missing a beat, Professor Oke brilliantly shared his opinions things done by yourself. You have to
and history leading to the pioneer he is now. Kbites left the be able to assess your staff and assign
to them what they can do. That is
interview enlightened and filled with inspiration to achieve
simply the way forward to becoming a
their greatest potential.
good leader. It is just TEAMWORK, you
The full interview will be published in the KB Klub's magazine
can’t beat TEAMWORK.
themed VITA NOVA to be published in the coming months. And when some members of staff do
not deliver as required, I do not
believe it is as a result of low IQ but
Just like the former Governor of Lagos laziness. After assigning staff to duties,
always assess. Just like the former
State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, Governor of Lagos State, Mr.

used to say, “The reward for good Babatunde Raji Fashola, used to say,
“The reward for good work is more

work is more work”, I also believe that.
work”, I also believe that. For example,
if I give 10 people some duties, over a
period of time, and one person keeps
on delivering every time, it is only
natural that I want to keep assigning
duties to him. But don’t do that! Keep
him as your anchorman but keep
developing the others and whenever
they perform subpar, guide them
through.
.................
THE KB ROYALE
A VACATION AT WHISPERING PALMS

This year's KB Royale themed "Vendici" - Latin, (meaning "We

came, We saw, We conquered") to reflect our perseverance
despite the trials of the year, held from the 3rd to the 5th of
December, 2021 at the ostentatious Whispering Palms Hotel
and Resort, Badagry.
The Dinner featured Kbites looking classical with immaculate
tuxes topped with a bowtie, and jewels looking dazzling in
their evening dresses. The event was topped with the
induction of 5 Prospectives as Kbites of the KB Klub with the
honored presence of Life Kbite Nwandinigwe. The event also
featured a tour of the Whispering Palms environs, games and
time at the swimming pool, and a football match with the
Klub coming out as the champions. KB KB!
The bonfire night was truly the prodigious end to the event
filled with drinks, music, games and Kbites and Jewels having
fun.
The Kb Royale would not have been complete without paying
respects to our Grand Patron: Late Professor Deji Femi-
Pearse with a visit to his graveside for a brief speech and
moment of silence. Special thanks to the entire management
of Whispering Palms for a successful event.
UNVEILING MEDI-PHIL 2021.
“Medicine & Philanthropy at its best”

The past 2 years have undeniably been an exhilarating experience for the Klub and
the whole world, at large. Despite the uncertainty that comes with novel times such
as that which the COVID-19 pandemic brought to our existence, we learned to adapt
and managed to churn out excellent and exciting results, as usual.

The usually annual MEDI-PHIL magazine went on a hiatus due to the crippling
situations around the world which left us in minimal control of our affairs.

However, in February 2022, the MEDI-PHIL magazine will be back with memories from
our Golden Jubilee celebration in 2019, and Klub events from the “pandemic years” -
2020 & 2021.

THEME: Vita-Nova (New life)

KB KLUB

HAPPY
NEW YEAR!
…from the KB Klub

May the year 2022 sparkle

with moments of love,
laughter, goodwill and may
the years ahead be full of
contentment and joy!